monmouth maine

Published
January 24, 2023

Thomas College student who died suddenly was training to become an Oakland police officer

Family and friends of Dustin Allard said the 21-year-old was ambitious and wanted "to make a difference in the lives of others."
Published
November 18, 2022

Hallowell-based school district looks to next year following Richmond vote to withdraw from RSU 2

Though most of the budget operations were building-based, there are still some issues to sort out before finalizing the budget in the spring. At the same time, the district is moving forward with the process of hiring a superintendent.
Published
August 18, 2022

Hallowell-based school district begins search for interim superintendent

Regional School Unit 2 is assembling a search committee tasked with recommending candidates to the school board by Aug. 31.
Published
July 10, 2022

With school out for the summer, Maine teachers take on 2nd, 3rd jobs

Historically, about 20% of teachers across the country have taken on secondary jobs across the country during the school year. In the summer, that figure rose to about 33%, according to the latest national data.
Published
July 2, 2022

Courtesy boat inspections on rise at Maine lakes in high-stakes battle against invasive species

Although few inspections detect invasives such as the Eurasian watermilfoil, officials are ramping up efforts because the damage to a lake's ecosystem can hinder boaters and swimmers, and reduce surrounding property values.
Published
June 28, 2022

Theater review: Ladies of saucy satire ‘Lysistrata’ take unique approach to ending war

The play by Aristophanes opens the Theater at Monmouth's season.
Published
May 26, 2022

Did Harry Styles record part of his latest album in Maine?

Maine-raised songwriter Amy Allen co-wrote one of the tracks on the British popstar's new album, but fans think there's another Maine connection — to a farm in Monmouth.
Published
April 17, 2022

New law to help tackle invasive plants that have troubled Cobbossee Lake for nearly 5 years

State task force must submit report by Jan. 15, 2023, with policy recommendations for better controlling invasive aquatic plant species at Maine lakes.
Published
March 27, 2022

Monmouth students to compete in a world robotics championship in Texas

As two of the 10 teams selected from Maine, local students to compete in Dallas against students from across the United States and other countries.
Published
January 7, 2022

Monmouth Community Players presents ‘When Radio Was King: A Return to the ’60s”